GC1XWNT We'll Keep The Light On... (Traditional Cache) in California, United States created by DarkZen

This cache has been archived.

DarkZen: Sadly, the light keeps turning off here~~not going to replace again. Opening up this lovely spot for a new cache. Thanks to all who visited!! Archiving.

GC1XWNT ▼

A cache by DarkZen Message this owner

Hidden : 8/28/2009

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

***Stealth required!!!***

Geo-pals ECP and DZ discovered this cache-less beach and were enthralled with this cute Walton Lighthouse. Found the perfect spot.....so we'll keep the light on for you!!

A short walk from nearby parking~~watch for waves!! Bring your own pen and enjoy!

Walton Lighthouse

Located at the northern end of the Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz Harbor is a haven for fishing craft and vessels. A harbor light, located at the west jetty, has marked its entrance for 40 years. The original light was a box light structure which served from 1964 – 1996. It was replaced by a cylinder nicknamed “the water heater” which was used from 1996 – 1999. From 1999 until May 2002, a simple pipe structure held the light which marked the way.

In 1998, the Santa Cruz community proposed replacing the unsightly harbor light with a lighthouse of classic design, adding a little more character to a community renowned for its characters. Fundraising efforts began in earnest, and with the contributions of many people, including a major donation from Mr. Charles Walton of Los Gatos, enough money was raised to begin construction of the new lighthouse in 2001.

The lighthouse stands 41 ½ feet tall above the level of the west jetty, and 59 ½ feet above the mean low water mark. It weighs 350,000 pounds and is built to withstand a quarter million pounds of wave energy.

On June 9, 2002, the new harbor lighthouse was dedicated, and the signal, a green light flashing every four seconds at a focal plane of 36 feet, was activated. It is named the Walton Lighthouse, in honor of Mr. Charles Walton’s late brother, Derek, who served in the merchant marines.

The lighthouse originally had a red band day mark. In March 2003, the day mark was changed to a green band, after boaters protested that a green beacon should not have a red day mark.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)